[2426]

Why are there no threads about the K601's??? Are they any good?? Would it be a mistake to get these?

 

[gshan]

They're just not on the front page

 

[2426]

How do you think these compare with the Sennheiser HD580's?

 

[Alu]

http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601
http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601
http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601
http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601
http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601
http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601
http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601
http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601
http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601

The search function brings up even more threads about the AKG K601.

 

[2426]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alu http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601 http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601 http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601 http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601 http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601 http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601 http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601 http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601 http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showt...light=akg+k601 The search function brings up even more threads about the AKG K601.

wow thats a lot of reading. For all you K601 owners out there, is the 601 anylitical? And is it forgiving of bad sources? Thanks

 

[Zorander]

I think they are wonderful phones. They lack bass impact (not extension, mind you), thus making them lean-sounding. IMO one should check if they like this 'lean' approach before commiting to these phones.

As to being analytical or forgiving, I don't really know. I think they are designed to be more musical than analytical, and they are superb with strings/guitars/pianos (the AKG's strong points). I could try plugging the K601 into a PC on-board output just to see how it responds to 'lower-end equipments' but they will likely sound bad anyway from the lack of amplification (they are inefficient).

 

[drarthurwells]

They could be the best bargain in a headphone.

 

[2426]

So, if I like rock music, I should look elsewhere? And if I should look into another 'phone, which one? Thanks.

 

[humanflyz]

If you are into rock music, then you should definitely check out a Grado or Alessandro headphone. For Grado, I would recommend the SR225, as it occupies a middle spot in their lineup, and it gives a very good idea of higher-up Grado phones. I have a SR225, and I absolutely love rocking out with them. I have never heard an Alessandro headphone before, but most people here would probably recommend a MS-1 for starters.

 

[Zorander]

The AKG might be too polite for rock musics.

 

[2426]

Well, the first problem with Grados are that they are hard to get in Canada. Second I really want a 'phone that is very comfortable, thrid, correct me if I'm wrong, but the build quality looks sort of iffy. And lastly, I heard that the Grado headphones are a love'm or hate'm sort of thing. So, is there anything else? Or can you convince me to get a Alessandro?

 

[Zorander]

Alessandro MS-1 can be had for $99 worldwide. They sound great both unamped and amped, and they work with rock music better.

 

[2426]

Again, comfort is very important to me, as I plan on using these headphones for hours at a time.

 

[jagorev]

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2426 Again, comfort is very important to me, as I plan on using these headphones for hours at a time.

HD595 or A900 are quite good for rock music. And they're very comfortable.

 

[apnk]

Quote:

Originally Posted by jagorev HD595 or A900 are quite good for rock music. And they're very comfortable.

Word, but I liked the a900 more for rock due to more bass.